The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City 1970

This black and white photograph, taken by Larry Fink in 1970, captures a musician playing the saxophone at a formal event. Fink, known for his candid and often humorous approach to photography, documents the scene in a natural way, highlighting the contrast between the musician's focus and the surrounding guests, whose blurred forms suggest a more casual atmosphere. The image exemplifies Fink's talent for capturing spontaneous moments and the human condition, offering a glimpse into the dynamics of a social gathering.